Serving 653 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burton Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Burton Valley Elementary serves the southeastern part of Lafayette, CA, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Most families live within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burton Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burton Valley Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
653 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burton Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Valley Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
27%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Valley Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burton Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Burton Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Burton Valley Elementary School?
653 students attend Burton Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Burton Valley Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burton Valley Elementary School?
Burton Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burton Valley Elementary School offer ?
Burton Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burton Valley Elementary School part of?
Burton Valley Elementary School is part of Lafayette Elementary School District.
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